Walnut Creek, CA
$300,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asian Concept Prime Location Walnut Creek
Prime Commercial Kitchen with Retail Frontage – Flexible Use
Daly City, CA
$99,000
Absentee run Korean fried chicken restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
$220,000
1,495sf Hookah Lounge w/Low Rent
Pomona, CA
$78,000
RC3 Appliance Repair
Santa Rosa, CA
$85,000
Thriving Poke restaurant in high traffic plaza -turnkey business
Ventura, CA
$35,000
Wedding and Event Planning Company For Sale
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$425,000
Private Mail Box Business for Sale in Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
$160,000
40yr Established Commercial Electrical Services Company
Orange County, CA
$3,500,000
High-Volume Independent Gas Station (Business Only)
Palmdale, CA
$1,777,000
Pizza Scotts Valley Nets $109,127 $25,000 Dn., EIDL Note of 3.75% int.
Scotts Valley, CA
$300,000
"Thriving Test Prep & Tutoring Business for Sale – 18 Years of Success
Pasadena, CA
$225,000
High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!
San Diego, CA
$249,000
21,000 Sq Ft Appliance & Parts Biz with $500k+ in Inventor,
$600,000
Los Angeles, CA
Reputable Mobile Mechanic Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$115,000
Profitable Behavioral Health Group Services Co. – Recurring Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,000,000
Rob Rigolfi
California Business Realty
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
California Business Realty offers a comprehensive range of services to assist business owners in successfully selling their businesses. Our team of experienced professionals helps navigate the complex process of selling a business by providing valuable expertise and confidential guidance every step of the way. California Business Realty assists buyers in identifying and purchasing their ideal businesses or franchises through a comprehensive process. Most business sales and purchases involve leased premises. Aligning the lease terms with the future plans of a business are critical to its value. Those that include the associated real estate as part of the sale require specific skills and attention. At California Business Realty, we not only negotiate leases but also facilitate the sale and purchase of buildings, land, and use easements associated with the business being sold or purchased.
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Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry
Rowland Heights, CA
$90,000
Absantee Owned and Operated Cyclebar Franchise For Sale
Orange County, CA
$650,000
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
$3,000,000
Beauty Supply - Inglewood *great potential*
Inglewood, CA
$180,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes, Salinas (Watsonville) CA
Watsonville, CA
$695,000
TAEKWONDO ACADEMY- 7 YEARS SUCCESS
Orange County, CA
$55,000
Laboratory with Medicare, 550K gross
Chatsworth, CA
$600,000
Coin Laundry Business for Sale in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
Commercial Landscaping Company For Sale
$120,000
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Turnkey Lighting Maintenance & Electrical Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
$356,000
Auto Repair W/ Property-Est 60 Years, Retiring!
Orange County, CA
$2,145,000
Absolute Turnkey/Established Barbershop-South County
Chula Vista, CA
$79,000
Landscaping and Gardening Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
$120,000
OC2103 Premium Wood Restoration Services
Santa Clara County, CA
$400,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Scenic Tehachapi, CA
Tehachapi, CA
$330,000
Established SMOG Check on Prime Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
$1,550,000
Pizza Shop with Beer & Wine License
San Bernardino County, CA
$150,000
Established Franchise - Broken Yolk Cafe, La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, CA
$650,000
Under Contract - Established Laundromat in West Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$550,000
Catering Truck For Sale
$225,000
Los Angeles, CA
Attractive Seafood- East Coast Style With a Full Bar Type 47 License
San Jose, CA
$298,000
High-Revenue Pet Franchise - Hands-On Growth Ready
Alameda County, CA
$495,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Santa Rosa (Windsor) CA
Windsor, CA
$1,100,000
Market Sushi
Los Angeles, CA
$55,000
Established Sheet Metal Fabricator in NorCal Central Valley
Stanislaus County, CA
$450,000
Lucrative Smoke Shop in a Good Location
Orange County, CA
$175,000
Nationally Recognized Fitness Franchise Available for sale!
Solano County, CA
$300,000
Automotive Repair Shop, Solid Year Over Year Revenues, High Visibility
Nevada County, CA
$250,000
Amy Cole Cole, M&AMI, MBA, CBI, CBB
ABI Business Sales, M&A and Valuations
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Founded in 1984, ABI is one of the oldest and most highly regarded firms in California specializing in the Valuation, Sale, Merger and Acquisition of privately-held companies. ABI professionals work confidentially with each client and their advisors, to develop custom solutions designed to achieve their objectives and maximize business value. Using a time-tested system, our firm has successfully managed hundreds of transactions for small to mid-market companies across a wide-range of industries. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, ABI is licensed in the State of California, with nine M&A affiliates throughout the USA. The firm maintains national and global strategic alliances providing broad access to active investors and acquirers.
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Business with a lot of potential to grow
Los Angeles, CA
$280,000
Thriving, 50-Year Legacy Commercial Painting Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,100,000
Accreditation-Ready Home Health Agency – CHOW-Friendly
$65,000
West Covina, CA
Take N Bake Pizza Business in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
$290,000
Detox Res Facilities in LA + Santa Barbara. RE Incl
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,000,000
Music Store
San Marcos, CA
$375,000
Fresno Pool Service Route for Sale
Fresno County, CA
$267,300
Mountain Mike's Pizza Franchise in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
$575,000
Pet Grooming
Pasadena, CA
$300,000
Veterinary Hospital--OPTIMAL LOCATION, INCOME, and FACILITY!
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,000,000
Buy or Sell a Business in California
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.
